The Miami area promotes a wide offering of theaters, both big and small, new and old. Those that are used to the performing arts offerings of cities as Chicago and New York City will feel at home in the Miami area. Here are some of the more well known theaters in Miami. With the thriving arts scene in Miami, there's something for everybody.
Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts
More generally called the Arsht Center, the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts is essentially a campus of several theaters in Miami. The Arsht Center is home to one of the largest performing arts theaters Miami has to supply, as well as one of the largest concert halls in Miami. Formerly known as the Carnival Center, the center was retitled in 2008 after local businessman and philanthropist Adrienne Arsht. He freely donated 30 million dollars to the theater, which authorized it to stay open. The 2 most important theaters in the center are Ziff Ballet Opera House and Knight Concert Hall, both which can hold over 2000 patrons. The Arsht Center hosts performances from elaborate Broadway shows, opera, ballet, symphony orchestras, and numerous performers and glad-handers.
Actor's Playhouse at the Miracle Theater
Those who love musical theater will feel right at home in the Actor's Playhouse at the Miracle Theater. The Actor's Playhouse hosts a bunch of past Broadway and off Broadway shows every year. Of special note is the Children's Program, which brings well-loved books to life on the stage for children of every age group.
Gusman Performing Arts Center
The Olympic Theater at the Gusman Performing Arts Center is thought of as a landmark by many in the arts community. Few theaters in Miami have a longer history than Gusman. Originally a silent film theater in the 20's, the Gusman has lately undergone a renovation and now hosts a range of performances, including flicks, concerts, ballet, and theater. Many patrons love the Gusman because of its Spanish-influenced architecture, and some feel a sense of communion sitting in a space occupied by so many in the past.
Fillmore Miami Beach
The Fillmore is probably one of the more recent concert halls in Miami. In the 60's, the Fillmore Miami Beach hosted well known shows like the Dick Clark Show and the Ed Sullivan show. Over time the theater has undergone one or two reincarnations, but now is generally a performance stage for musical acts. Both well-known and hot artists perform at the Fillmore. The art deco style architecture makes this locale quintessentially Miami Beach.
GableStage
Edgy, modern theater has a home at GableStage. Previously called the Florida Shakespeare Theater, GableStage today shows world premieres of original shows, off-Broadway shows, and Shakespeare performances. GableStage also produces an academic program each year, which includes Shakespeare performances as well as historically important shows.
Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts
More generally called the Arsht Center, the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts is essentially a campus of several theaters in Miami. The Arsht Center is home to one of the largest performing arts theaters Miami has to supply, as well as one of the largest concert halls in Miami. Formerly known as the Carnival Center, the center was retitled in 2008 after local businessman and philanthropist Adrienne Arsht. He freely donated 30 million dollars to the theater, which authorized it to stay open. The 2 most important theaters in the center are Ziff Ballet Opera House and Knight Concert Hall, both which can hold over 2000 patrons. The Arsht Center hosts performances from elaborate Broadway shows, opera, ballet, symphony orchestras, and numerous performers and glad-handers.
Actor's Playhouse at the Miracle Theater
Those who love musical theater will feel right at home in the Actor's Playhouse at the Miracle Theater. The Actor's Playhouse hosts a bunch of past Broadway and off Broadway shows every year. Of special note is the Children's Program, which brings well-loved books to life on the stage for children of every age group.
Gusman Performing Arts Center
The Olympic Theater at the Gusman Performing Arts Center is thought of as a landmark by many in the arts community. Few theaters in Miami have a longer history than Gusman. Originally a silent film theater in the 20's, the Gusman has lately undergone a renovation and now hosts a range of performances, including flicks, concerts, ballet, and theater. Many patrons love the Gusman because of its Spanish-influenced architecture, and some feel a sense of communion sitting in a space occupied by so many in the past.
Fillmore Miami Beach
The Fillmore is probably one of the more recent concert halls in Miami. In the 60's, the Fillmore Miami Beach hosted well known shows like the Dick Clark Show and the Ed Sullivan show. Over time the theater has undergone one or two reincarnations, but now is generally a performance stage for musical acts. Both well-known and hot artists perform at the Fillmore. The art deco style architecture makes this locale quintessentially Miami Beach.
GableStage
Edgy, modern theater has a home at GableStage. Previously called the Florida Shakespeare Theater, GableStage today shows world premieres of original shows, off-Broadway shows, and Shakespeare performances. GableStage also produces an academic program each year, which includes Shakespeare performances as well as historically important shows.
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Maria Cabrera has been interested in Miami theaters for many years. She has written op-eds and editorial pieces about attractions in [root_kw] for many online publications. For more information, please visit her site.
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